Piwigo
Self-host or use the cloud-hosted service to organize, share, and manage photos and videos with full control over your data. Developed and hosted in Europe.
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Piwigo is an open source digital asset management (DAM) solution and photo library software designed for individuals, businesses, and organizations. Developed and hosted in Europe, it offers flexibility through both cloud and self-hosted options.
Key Features
- Media Organization: Centralize and structure your photo and video library with advanced categorization and tagging.
- Search & Discovery: Instantly find any file with powerful search capabilities.
- Sharing & Collaboration: Manage access rights and permissions for secure sharing.
- Customization: Extend functionality with plugins and themes or modify the code for custom needs.
- Security & Privacy: Full control over your data with GDPR-compliant hosting options.
- Cloud & Self-Hosted Options: Choose between managed cloud hosting in France or self-hosting on your own infrastructure.
- Cross-Platform Support: Access via web, mobile apps (iOS/Android), and API integrations.
- No Vendor Lock-in: Export your data at any time with no restrictions.
Tech / Self-Hosting
Piwigo is built on PHP and MySQL, with a modular architecture that supports extensive customization. The self-hosted version can be deployed on any server with PHP and MySQL support. Professional support, documentation, and a community forum are available for assistance. The cloud-hosted version is managed by Piwigo in France, ensuring GDPR compliance and data ownership.